NOT MEASUREMENT

SENSITIVE I
P41L-A-8625F
10 September 1993
SUPERSEDING
hlIL-A-8625E
25Aprll 1988

MILITARY SPECIFICATION

A?KM)ICCOATINGS FOR ALUMINUM AND ALUMINUM ALLOYS -

This spectflcation 4s approved for use by all Departments

and Agencies of the Department of Defense.

1. SCOPE

1.1 Scope. This specification covers the requirements for six types and
two classes of electrolytically formed anodlc coatings on aluminum and
alumlnum alloys for non-architectural applications (see 6.1). ~

1.2 Classification. The anodic coating Types and Classes covered by this
speclflcatlon are as specified herein (see 6.2 and 6.21):

1.2.1 Types

Type 1 - Chromic acfd anodlzlng, conventional coat!ngs produced from

chromic acid bath (see 3.4.1)
Type lB - Chromic acid anodlzlng, Iow voltage process, 22 ~2V,
(see 3.4.1)
Type IC - Hon-chromic acid anodtzlng, for use as a non-chromate
alternative for Type I and IB coatings (see 3.4.1 and 6.1.2)
Type 11 - Sulfurlc acfd anodlztng, conventional coatings produced from
sulfurfc acid bath (see 3.4.2)
Type 118 - Thin sulfurlc acid anodlzlng, for use as a non-chromate
alternative for Type I and IB coatings (see 3.4.2 and 6.1.2)
Type 111 - Hard Anodlc Coatings (see 3.4.3)

1.2.2 Classes.

Class 1 -Non-dyed (see 3.5.)

Class 2 -Oyed (see 3.6.)

Beneflclal comments (recommendations, addlttons, deletlons) and any

pertinent data which may be of use tn improving this document should be
addressed to: (hmnandlng Officer, Naval Alr Warfare Center Aircraft
Oivtslon Lakehurst, Code SR3, Lakehurst, NJ 08733-5100, by using the
self-addressed Standardization Oocument Improvement Proposal (00 Form 1426)
appearing at the end of this document or by letter.

AMSC NIA AREA MFFP

OIISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A: Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.
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2. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

2.1 Government documents.

2.1.1 Specifications and standards. The following specifications and

standards form a part of this document to the extent specified herein. Unless
otherwise specified, the issues of these documents are those listed in the
issue of the Department of Defense Index of Specifications and Standards
(DODISS) and supplement thereto, cited in the solicitation.

SPECIFICATIONS

MILITARY

MIL-P-23377 - Primer Coating, Epoxy-Polyamide, Chemical and Solvent

Resistant
MIL-C-81706 - Chemical Conversion Materials for Coating Aluminum and
Aluminum Alloys
MIL-P-85582 - Primer Coatings: Epoxy, Waterborne

FEDERAL

QQ-A-250/4 - Aluminum Alloy 2024, Plate and Sheet

STANDARDS

FEDERAL

FED-STD-141 - Paint, Varnish, Lacquer, and Related Materials: Methods

For Sampling and Testing
FED-STD-151 - Metals; Test Methods

MILITARY

MIL-STD-105 - Sampling Procedures and Tables For Inspection By Attribute

(Unless otherwise indicated, copies of federal and military specifications and

standards are available from DODSSP-Customer Service, Standardization Documents
Order Desk, 700 Robbins Avenue, Building 40, Philadelphia, PA 19111-5094.)

2.2 Non-Government publications. The followinq documents form a part of

this document to the extent specified
issues of the documents which are DOD
the 00DISS cited in the solicitation.
of documents not listed in the DODISS
the solicitation (see 6.2).
herein. Unl~ss otherwise specified, the
adopted are those listed in the issue of
Unless otherwise specified, the issues
are the issues of the documents cited in

AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING AND MATERIALS (ASTM)

ASTM B 117 - Method of Salt Spray (Fog) Testing

ANSI/ASTM B 137 - Weight of Coating on Anodically Coated Aluminum,
Measurement of
ASTM B 244 - Thickness of Anodic Coatings on Aluminum and of Other
Nonconductive Coatings on Nonmagnetic Basis Metals
with Eddy Current Instruments, Measurement of
ASTM D 822 - Light and Water Exposure Apparatus (Carbon-Arc Type)
for Testing Paint, Varnish, Lacquer and Related
Products, Standard Practice for Operating

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AST14D 2244 - Color Differences of Opaque Matertals, Instrumental

Evaluation of
ASTM G 23 - Standard Practice for Operating Light Exposure Apparatus
(Carbon-Arc Type) Mlth and Hlthout 14ater for Exposure of
Non-metallic Mater4als
ASTMG 26 - Operattng Ltght-Exposure Apparatus (Xenon-Arc Type) With
and 141thout Mater for Exposure of Non-metalllc matertals

(Application for copies should be addressed to the Amertcan Soc~ety for

Testing and Materials, 1916 Race Street, Phlladelph~a, PA 19103.) .

2.3 Order of precedence. In the eventof a confl~ct between the text of

this document and the references cited herein, the text of thfs document takes
precedence. Nothing In thfs document, however, supersedes applicable laws and
regulations unless a specific exemption has been obtained.

3. REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Materials. The materials used shall be such as to produce coatings

which meet the requirements of this specification.

3.1.1 6ase metal. The base metal shall be free from surface defects,
caused by machining, cutting, scratching, polishing, buffing, roughening,
bending, stretching, deforming, rolling, sandblasting, vaporblasting, etching,
heat treatment condition, alloy chemtstry !mbalance and inclusions, that will
cause coated test panels or parts to fall anyof the requirements of this
specification. The base metal shall be subjected to cleaning, etching,
anodtztng and sealing procedures as necessary to yield coatings meeting all
requirements of this specification.

3.2 Equipment and processes. The equipment and processes employed shall
be such as to r)roduce coatinqs whfch tieet the requirements of this
specification.” Unless other~ise specified tn th~ contract, purchase order or
applicable drawing (see 6.2), process operating conditions shall be at the
option of the supplier.

3.3 General.

3.3.1 Anodizing of parts and assembles.

3.3.1.1 Anodizlnq of parts. Unless otherwtse speclfled in the contract,

purchase order or amlicable drawing (see 6.2), parts shall be anodized after
all heat treatment,- &ch?nlngm weld~ng, forrnlng and perforating have been
completed.

3.3.1.2 Anodlzinq ofassemblles. Unless otherwise specified in the

contract, purchase order or applicable dra~lng, anodic coatings shall not be
applted to assembles which wI?l entrap the electrolyte In joints or recesses
(components shall be anodized separately prior to assembly). When anodizing
of assemblies ts authorized by the contract, purchase order or applicable
drawing, the processing method used shall not result in subsequent damage to
the assembly from electrolyte entrapment (Type I or 1A coatings shall be used
unless another coating Type Is spec~fled). Assembles which contain
non-aluminum parts such as steel, brass or organic substances, which would be
attacked by pretreatment or anodiz~ng solutions or would prevent uniform
formation of the anodic coating, shall not be anodized as assemblies, unless
the non-aluminum surfaces are masked or electrically insulated In a manner
which produces anodic coatings meeting the requirements of this specification.

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3.3.1.2 Anodizing of complex shapes. When anod~zlng complex shapes which

will entrap the electrolyte in recesses, the processing method used shall not
result in subsequent damage to the part from electrolyte entrapment (Type I or
IA coatings shall be used unless another coating Type is specified).

3.3.2 Handling and cleaninq. Parts shall be so handled during all

pretreatment, anodizing and post treatments that mechanical damage or
contamination will be avoided. Parts shall be free of all foreign substances,
oxides and soils, such as greases, oil, paint and welding flux. Parts shall
have oxide and other interfering films removed by the use of proper cleaning
procedures so as to be clean and have water break free surfaces. Abrasives
containing iron, such as steel wool, iron oxide rouge and steel wire, which
may become embedded in the metal and accelerate corrosion of aluminum and
aluminum alloys, are prohibited as a means of mechanical cleaning, prior to
anodizing. If special cleaning requirements are required they shall be
specified in the contract or purchase order (see 6.2).

3.3.3 Reflective surfaces. When specified in the contractor purchase

order (see 6.2), parts fabricated to produce a highly reflective surface shall
be chemically or electrochemically brightened, prior to anodic coating (see
6.9).

3.3.4 Touch UP (mechanical damage and contact marks). Unless otherwise

specified (see 6.2), mechanically damaged areas from which the anodic coating
has been removed without damage to the part may be touched up using chemical
conversion materials approved on QPL-81706 for Class 1A coatings and the
applicable method of application. Touch up shall apply only to inadvertent
mechanical damage such as scratch marks. For Type III coatings, touch UP
shall only be allowed in areas which will not be subjected to abrasion (see
6.1.1). The mechanically damaged area(s) shall not exceed 5 percentof the
total anodized area of the item or touch up shall not be permitted. When
specified in the contract or purchase order (see 6.2), contact marks shall be
touched up using the above method required for mechanical damage.

3.4 Coatings. Conventional anodic coatings as specified in the contract,

purchase order or applicable drawings (see 6.2), shall be prepared by any
process or operation to produce the specified coating on aluminum and aluminum
alloys.

3.4.1 Type I, IB, and IC coatinqs. Type I and IB coatings shall be the
result of treating aluminum and aluminum alloys electrolytically in a bath
containing chromic acid to produce a uniform anodic coating on the metal
surface. Type IC coatings shall be the result of treating aluminum and
aluminum alloys electrolytically in a bath containing mineral or mixed
mineral/organic acids (non-chromic acid) to produce a uniform anodic coating
on the metal surface. Unless otherwise specified in”the contract, purchase
order or applicable drawing, Type I coatings shall not be applied to aluminum
alloys with a nominal copper content in excess of 5.0 percent; nominal silicon
contents in excess of 7.0 percent; or when the total allowable contents of
nominal alloying elements exceed 7.5 percent. Heat treatable alloys which are
to receive a Type I, IB, or IC coating shall be in the required temper
obtained by heat treatment, such as -T4, -T6, or T73, prior to anodizing.

3.4.1.1 Type IC coatings. Type IC coatings provide a non-chromate

alternative to Type I and IB coatings. Unless approved by the procuring
activity, substitution of a Type IC coating where Type I or IB is specified
shall be prohibited.

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3.4.2 Type II and 116 coatlnqs. Type II and 116 coatings shall be the
result of treating aluminum and a,lum!num alloys electrolytically in a bath
containing sulfuric acid to produce a uniform-anodlc coating on-the metal
surface. Heat treatable alloys shall be in the required temper obtained by
heat treatment, such as -T4, -T’6,or T73, prior toanodizlng.

3.4.2.1 Type IIB coatings. Type 116 coatings provide a non-chromate

alternative to Type I and 18 coatings. Unless approved by the procuring
activfty, substitution of a Type 118 coating where Type I or 18 is specified
shall be prohibited.

3.4.3 Type 111 coatlnqs. Type III coatings shall be the result of
treating alumirtumand aluminum alloys electrolytically to produce a uniform
anodic coating on the metal surface. Type III coatings shall be prepared by
any process operation to produce a heavy dense coating of specffied thickness
on aluminum alloys (see 3.7.2.1). Unless otherwise speclfled In the contract,
purchase order or applicable drawing, Type 111 coatings shall not be applied
to alumtnum alloys with a nominal copper content tn excess of 5 percent or a
nomfnal silicon content In excess of 8.0 percent. Alloys with a nomfnal
silicon content higher than 8.0 percent may be anodized subject to approval of
the procuring activity. Heat treatable alloys shall be in a temper obtained
by heat treatment, such as -T4, -T6, or T73, prlorto anodizing.

3.5 Class 1. i4henclass 1 is spectfled in the contract or purchase order,

(see 6.2), the anodic coating shall not be dyed or pigmented. Any natural
coloration resulting from anod~c treatment with the various alloy compositions
shall not be considered coloration. The characteristic color Imparted by the
sealing process shall also be considered as non-dyed.

3.6 Class 2. bthencl’ass2 IISspeclfled in the contract or purchase order

(see 6.2), the anodic coating shall be uniformly dyed or pigmented by exposure
to a solutlonof a suitable type dye or”staln. The color on wrought alloys
shall be uniform. Cast alloys may exhfbit dye bleed-out or lackof color (or
color uniformity) associated with the Inherent porosity of the casting. The
dyes and ptgments used shall not be damaging to the anodfc coatings.

3.6.1 Dye color. iihendyed or plqntented coattngs are required, the color
and color uniformity requirements shall be as specified on the contract,
purchase order or applicable drawing {see 6.2).

3.6.1.1 Castlnq alloys. Dyed casttng alloys may shows slight lack of
color uniformity. The degree of non-uniformity that 4s acceptable shall be
established by the procurtng actlv~ty (see 6.2).

3.7 Detail requirements.

3.7.1 Types I, 16, IC, 11, and IIB coatings.

3.7.1.1 hiefqhtof coattnq. Pr!or to dyeing or sea14ng, Type 1, 1%, IC,

11, and IIE coatings shall meet the coating weight requirements of Table I
when tested in accordance with 4.5.2 (see 6.10.6).
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TABLE I. Types I, IB, IC, 11, and IIB unsealed anodic coating weights.

Coating Type

I and IB
Coating Height (mg/ft2)

200 minimum
I
IC 1/ 200 minimum - 700 maximum
II 1000 minimum
IIB 200 minimum - 1000 maximum
j - Coating weights over 700 mg/ft2 may be used if specified.
in the contract or purchase order (see 6.1.2 and 6.2).

3.7.1.2 Corrosion resistance. After exposure to the salt spray test

s~eclfied in 4.5.3, specimens shall be visually examined to determine that all
of the following cond-itlons are met:

a. Test specimens shall show no more than a total of 15 isolated pits

(see 6.19), none larger than 0.031 inch in diameter, In a total of 150
square inches of test area grouped from five or more test pieces. Areas
within 0.062 inch from identification markings, edges and electrode contact
marks remaining after processing shall be excluded.

b. Test specimens shall show no more than 5 isolated pits, none larger
than 0.031 inch in diameter, in a total of 30 square inches from one or
more test pieces. Areas within 0.062 inch from identification markings,
edges and electrode contact marks remaining after processing shall be
excluded.

c. In addition to the requirements in (a) and (b) above, Type I and IB

test specimens shall not exhibit patchy dark gray areas (spots, streaks,
or marks).

3.7.1.3 Light fastness resistance. Class 2, dyed anodic coatings, shall

show no more fading or discoloration than would be equivalent to a Delta (E)
value of 3 when subjected to the light fastness resistance test (see 4.5.4),
unless otherwise specified in the contract or purchase order (see 6.2). Light
fastness resistance shall be determined only when specified in the contract,
purchase order or applicable drawing (see 6.2).

3.7.1.4 Paint adhesion. When tested in accordance with 4.5.6, no

intercoat separation shall occur between the paint system and the anodic
coating or between the anodic coating and the base metal. Paint adhesion
shall be determined only when specified in the contract, purchase order or
applicable drawing (see 6.2).

3.7.2 Type 111 coatings.

3.7.2.1 Thickness of coating. Unless otherwise specified In the contract,

purchase order, or applicable drawing (see 6.2), the nominal thickness of the
coating shall be 0.002 inch (2 roils) (see 6.16, 6.17 and 6.10 through 6.10.5).
Unless otherwise specified, the thickness of the coating shall not vary by
more than * 20 percent for coatings up to 0.002 inches thick (2 roils)when
tested in accordance with 4.5.1. Coatings over 0.002 inches (2 roils) shall
not vary by more than * 0.0004 inches (0.4 roils) In thickness. A typical Type
III coating thickness range Is shown in Table IV.
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3.7.2.1.1 14etghtof coatlnq. The coating weight may be determined tn Ileu

of the coating thickness (see 3.7.2.1). at the option of the procuring
activity. Unsealed Type 111 coatings shall have a mlnfmwncoatlng weight of
4320 mllltgrams per square foot for every 0.001 Inch of coating when tested in
accordance with 4.5.2 (see 6.2).

3.7.2.2 Abrasion resistance. #/hen tested In accordance with 4.5.5,

unsealed Type 111 coatings shall provide a hard abrasion resistant finish as
specified herein (see 6.17). The anodic coating shall have a maximum wear
fndex of3.5 mg/1000 cycles on aluimtnum alloys having a copper content,of 2
percentor higher (see 6.13). The wear tndex for all other alloys shall not
exceed 1.5 mg/1000 cycles.

3.8.1 Types 1. IB, IC, II, and 118. All Types I, 16, IC, 11, and 115
anodtc coatings shall be completely sealed, unless otherwise specified in the
contract, purchase order or applicable drawtng (see 6.2). They shall be
sealed ~n accordance wtth 3.8.1.1 or 3.8.1.2 as applicable. If wetting agents
are used they shall be of the non-tonic type.

3.8.1.1 Class 1. When class 1 Is specified, sealing shall be

accomplished by Immersion in a sealing medium such as a 5 percent aqueous
solution of sodium or potassium dtchromate (PH 5.0 to 6.0) for 15 minutes at
9f.)°Cto 100°C (194°F to 212°F), In boillng deionized water, cobalt or talckel
acetate, or other suitable chemical soluttons (see 6.15).

3.8.1.2 Class 2. Nhen class 2 is specified, sealing shall be accomplished

after dyeing by immersion In a sealtng medium, such as a hot aqueous solution
containing 0.5 percent nickel or cobalt acetate (pH 5.5 to 5.8), boiling
deionized water, duplex sealtng with hot aqueous solutloris of ntclcelacetate
and sodlwn dlchromate (see 6.11), or other suitable chemical solutions.

3.8.2 Type 111. Type 111 coatings shall not be sealed where the main
function ofapp?lcatlon is to obtain the maximum degree of abrasion or wear
resistance. Where Type 111 coatings are used for extertor non-maintained
applications requlrlng corrosion resistance but permltttng reduced abrasion
resistance, the contract or purchase order shall specify that sealing is
requfred. Seallng for such Type 111 coatings shall be accomplished by
Imnerston tn a medium, such as bollfng delontzed water, In a hot aqueous 5
percent sodium ciichromate solutlon, ~n a hot aqueous solutfon containing
n!ckel or cobalt acetate or other suitable chemical solutlor?s (see 6.2). klhen
Type III coatings are provided unsealed, parts shall be thoroughly rinsed in
cold, clean water and dried after artodlzing.

3.9 lllmenslons of coated articles. Articles or parts shall comply with

the dlmenstonal requirements of the applicable drawings after application of
the anodic coating (see 6.10.1). (For interference in close fits of parts or
assemblies see 6.10.5).

3.10 Toxicity. The coatings and electrical/chemical processes used to

develop these anodlc coattngs shall have no adverse effect on the healthof
personnel when used for their intended purposes. Questions pertinent to this
effect shall be referred by the contracting actlvfty to the appropriate
departmental medical service who will act as an advisor to the contracting
agency.
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3.11 Palntlnq/coatlnq. Painting/coating operations shall be performed as

soon as practical after the anodizing process on clean coatings. If parts
require storage prior to painting/coating, they shall be stored in a manner
that will avoid contamination. If the parts become contaminated, they shall
be cleaned in a manner that will not be detrimental to the anodic coating or
the base metal (see 6.3).

3.12 Dyeing or coloring. Anodic coatings shall not be allowed to dry

before dyeing or coloring. Items to be dyed or colored should be preferably
coated by the Type 11 anodizing treatment (see 6.12). Dyed or.colored
coatings shall not be allowed to remain in rinse waters for more than 5
minutes before sealing.

3.13 Workmanship. Except for touch up areas in accordance with 3.3.4 and
as noted below, the applied anodic coating shall be continuous, smooth,
adherent, uniform in appearance, free from powdery areas, loose films, breaks,
scratches and other defects which will reduce the serviceability of anodized
parts or assemblies. Differences in anodic coating appearance resulting from
inherent base metal differences in a component such as the presence of welds,
components containing cast and machined surfaces, and differences in grain
size within a forging shall not be cause to reject the anodic coating unless
otherwised specified in the contract or purchase order (see 6.2). Slight
discoloration from dripping or rundown of the sealing solution from designed
crevices in a component shall be allowed.

3.13.1 Contact marks. The size and numberof contact marks shall be at a
minimum consistent with good practice (see 6.14). If a specific location for
contact marks is desired, the location shall be specified on the contract or
purchase order (see 6.2).

4. QUALITY ASSURANCE PROVISIONS

4.1 Responsibility for inspection. Unless otherwise specified in the

contract or purchase order, the contractor is responsible for the performance
of all inspection requirements (examinations and tests) as specified herein.
Except as otherwise specified in the contract or purchase order, the
contractor may use his own or any other facilities suitable for the
performance of the inspection requirements specified herein, unless
disapproved by the Government. The Government reserves the right to perform
any of the inspections set forth in the specification where such inspections
are deemed necessary to ensure supplies and services conform to prescribed
requirements.

4.1.1 Responsibility for compliance. All items must meet all requirements
of Section 3. The inspection set forth in this specification shall become a
partof the contractor’s overall inspection system or quality program. The
absence of any inspection requirements in the specification shall not relieve
the contractorof the responsibilityof ensuring that all products or supplies
submitted to the Government for acceptance comply with all requirements of the
contract. Sampling inspection, as part of manufacturing operations, is an
acceptable practice to ascertain conformance to requirements, however, this
does not authorize submission of known defective material, either indicated or
actual, nor does it commit the Government to acceptance of defective material.

4.2 Classification of inspection. The inspection requirements specified

herein are classified as follows:
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a. Process control Inspection (see 4.3).

b. Quality conformance tnspectlon (see 4.4).

4.3 Process control InspectIon.

4.3.1 Process control docwnent (PCO). The anodtzer shall develop,

maintain, and adhere to a PCD describing the anodizing process and procedures
used to meet the requirements of thts speclflcatlon. As a minimum, the PCD
shall describe the followlng:

-All steps in the processlncj sequence.

-Ranges for immersion time and temperature for each step In the process.
-Chemical constituents used and allowable solution control ranges to be
used for solutlon analysls (see 4.3.2) for each step In the process.
-Ranges for temperature, current density and anodizing time (or voltage
ramps and hold times) as applied to Individual alloys or alloy series.

4.3.2 Solution analysis. Solutton analysis shall be performed on all the

processing solutions in the anodizing Ilne to determine if the solution
controls are within the acceptable ranges established in the PCD (see .4.3.1).
Solution analysts shall be performed at least once every two weeks unless
otherwise specified by the procur~ng activity. The processor shall maintain a
record of the history of each processing bath, showing all chemicals or
treatment solutions added to the baths and the results of all chemical
analysis performed. Upon request of the procuring actlvlty, such records, as
well as reports of the test results, shall be made available. These records
shall be maintained for not less than one year after completion of the
contract or purchase order.

4.3.3 Process control tests. To assure cont~nuous control of the process,

specimens shall be tested In accordance wtth Table 11. Process control tests
are conducted to determfne conformance of the anodic coatings with the
requirements of this specification and are acceptable as evidence of the
properties being obtalneci with the equipment and procedures employed.

4.3.3.1 Frequency of the process control tests. Process control tests

shall be conducted at least once every month. In addition, the Intervals
between each monthly test shall not exceed 35 days. If production In
accordance with thfs speclficatton ts not performed for a period of one month
or longer, process control tests shall be conducted at the start of production.

TA8LE 11. Process control tests.

Number of Paragraph
Test Applicable specimens Specimen Test
Type to be tested Preparation Reiwirement Method
‘Coating 1, 16, lC, II, 116 3 4.3.3.2.1 3.7.1.1 4.5.2
weight 111 1/ 4.3.3.2.1 3.7.2.1.1 4.5.2
Coating 111 ~1 3 4.3.3.2.2 3.7.2.1 4.5.1
thickness
Corrosion ,1, 16, IC, 11, IIB 5 4.3.3.2.3 3.7.1.2 4.5.3
resistance (mllntmum)
LIght I, IB, IC, 11, 116 3 4.3.3.2.3 3.7.1.3 4.5.4
fastness Class 2only
,Abrasion 111 2 4.3.3.2.4 3.7.2.2 4.5.5
resistance
~/ For Type 111 coatings, the coating weight may be chosen in lieu of the
coating thickness at the option of the procuring activity (see 3.7.2.1.1).

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4.3.3.2 Process control test specimens. Production parts shall be used

for process control inspection provided they can be adapted to the app’ icable
test. If the Production Darts can not be adapted to a particular test. test
panels shall-b; used. At’the option of the supplier, test panels shalj be
composed of either 2024-T3 per QQ-A-250/4 or the alloy representing the
largest percent of work anodized during the monthly process control period.
Whenever possible, the specimen panels shall be anodized with an actual
production run. Additional details for the specimen panels shall be as
specified in 4.3.3.2.1 through 4.3.3.2.4.

4.3.3.2.1 Test specimens for coating weight. Coating weight shafl be

determined on undved and unsealed production parts or specimen panels (see
4.3.3.2). When s~ecimen panels ’are used, they shall have a minimum width of 3
inches, amlnimum length of 3 inches, and a minimum nominal thickness of 0.032
inches.

4.3.3.2.2 Test specimens for coating thickness. Coating thickness shall

be determinedon Type III production parts or specimen panels (see 4.3.3.2).
When specimen panels are used, they shall have a minimum width of 3 inches, a
minimum length of 3 inches, and a minimum nominal thickness of 0.032 inches.

4.3.3.2.3 Test specimens for corrosion and light fastness resistance.

Corrosion resistance shall be determined on dyed (Class 2 only) and sealed
production parts or specimen panels (see 4.3.3.2). Light fastness testing is
performed onlyon dyed (Class 2) coatings and only when specified (see 6.2).
lihen specimen panels are used, they shall have a minimum width of 3 inches, a
minimum length of 10 Inches, and a minimum nominal thickness of 0.032 inches.

4.3.3.2.4 Test specimens for abrasion resistance. Abrasion resistance

shall be determined on Type III production parts or specimen panels (see
4.3.3.2). When specimen panels are used, they shall have a width of 4 inches,
a length of 4 inches, and a minimum nominal thickness of 0.063 inches.

4.3.4 Failure. Failure to conform to any of the process control

requirements specified in Table II shall result in immediate halt of
production. The reason for failure shall be determined and corrected before
production resumes. All traceable work from the time the failed process
control specimens were anodized to the time when production was halted shall
be rejected unless otherwise specified by the contracting officer. Traceable
work shall be defined as all work tn which the location is know. Process
control testing shall be performed at the start of production.

4.4 Quality conformance (ie. lot acceptance) inspection. Quality

conformance inspection shall consist of visual (see 4.4.2.1) and dimensional
(see 4.4.2.2) examinations (see 6.2.1). When specified in the contract or
purchase order (see 6.2), quality conformance inspection shall also include
paint adhesion testing in accordance with 4.5.6.

4.4.1 @J. A lot shall consist of all items of the same part number
anodized in the same tank using the same process and of the same coating type
and class offered for acceptance at one time. In addition, the lot size shall
not exceed the number of items processed in one shift.

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4.4.2 Samplfnq for visual and dimensional examinations. Samples for

visual and dimensional examinations (see 4.4.2.1 and 4.4.2.2) shall be
selected from each lot of anodtzed parts \n accordance with the provisions of
!iIL-STD-105, InspectIon Level II. The acceptance criteria shall be as
specified In the contract or ~urchase order {see 6.2 and 6.20). If no
acceptance cr~teria Is specified, the criteria given in 6.20 shall be used.

4.4.2.1 Visual examination. Samples selected In accordance with 4.4.2

shall be inspected and visually examined for compliance with 3.13 after
anodizing, sealing and dyeing (if applicable).

4.4.2.2 Dimensional examination. Samples, selected In accordance with

4.4.2, shall be dimensionally Inspected for compliance with 3.9, unless
otherwise specified by the procurtng activity (see 6.10.5).

4.4.3 Samplinq for paint adhesion testlnq. When the patnt adhesion test
is soeclfied (see 4.4), two test panels shall be tested in accordance with
4.5.6 todetermlne conformance to-3.7.1.4. The test panels shall be 3 inches
in width by 10 tnches in length with a minimum nominal thickness of 0.032
inches. Unless otherwise specified, the test panels shall be composed of
either 2024-T3 per QQ-A-250/4 or the predominant alloy in the lot from which
the paint adhesion test is requtred to be performed. Unless another paint
system is specified (see 6.2), the paint system in 4.4.3.1 shall be applied to
the anodized panels.

4.4.3.1 Preparation of paint adhesion specimens. Specimen panels (see

4.4.3) shall be finished with one coat of an epoxy-polyamide primer conforming
to either MIL-P-23377 (Class 1 or 2) or 141L-P-85582_. In either case the
primer shall be applied toa dry film thickness of 0.0006 to 0.0009 inch (0.6
too.9mll) and dried In accordance wfth the applicable primer specification
before testing in accordance with 4.5.6.

4.4.4 Failure. Failure to conform to any of the quality conformance

requirements shall result in rejection of the represented lot.

4.5 Test methods.

4.5.1 Anodic coatinq thtckness. Test specimens prepared in accordance

with 4.3.3.2.2, shall be tested for anodfc coating thickness in accordance
wtth ASTM B 244, Method 520 or Method 520.1 of FEO-STO-151 to determine
conformance to the requirements of 3.7.2.1. If etther Mm B 244 or Method
520 of FEO-STO-151 Is used, the thickness shall be computed as the average of
not less than e~ght measurements. h case of dispute, anodlc coating thickness
shall be determined by measurement of a perpendicular cross section of the
anodized specimen using a metallographlc microscope with a calibrated
eyepiece.

4.5.2 Anodlc coating weight. Test specimens prepared in accordance with

4.3.3.2.1 shall be tested for anodtc coating weight either in accordance with
ANS1/ASTblB 137, or the method speclfled In 4.5.2.1. Type 1, 16, IC, 11, and
IIB coatings shall be tested for conformance with the requirements of
3’.7.1.1’. If the procuring activity chooses to have coating weight tested in
lieu of the coating thickness for Type III hard anodized coatings, it shall be
tested for conformance with 3.7.2.1.1.

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4.5.2.1 Method. Anodlc coating weight determinations shall be

accomplished in the following manner:

a. Test specimens shall be weighed immediately after anodizing, prior to

dyeing or sealing. An analytical balance or other instrument sensltlve to
at least 10 percent of the net Anodic coating weight on test specimen
shall be used. Specimens shall be cleaned and dried for a minimum of 30
minutes at 93°~ 6*C (200°~ 10”F) and allowed to cool to room temperature
before weighing.

b. Immediately after weighing, the test specimens shall be stripped by

immersion in a phosphoric-chromic acid solution for a minimumof 5
minutes, (not to exceed 6“minutes), at 100°~60C (212°Z 10”F). The
solution shall consist of the following:

Phosphoric acid, 85 percent 35 milliliters

Chromic acid (Cr03) 20 grams
Water to make 1,000 milliliters

c. The test specimens shall be removed from the solution, washed in

distilled water, dried, and weighed. The 5-minute exposure shall be
repeated until the coating is completely removed, which is Indicated by
the specimen’s weight remaining constant. The stripping solution shall be
discarded after l-literof the solution has dissolved 5 grams of the
anodic coating.

d. After final weighing, the total surface area of the test specimen
shall be accurately determined.

e. The unit film weight shall be determined by subtracting the weight in

milligrams of the stripped specimen from its weight in milligrams prior to
stripping and dividing by the surface area expressed in square feet.

4.5.3 Corrosion resistance.

4.5.3.1 Method. Test specimens, prepared in accordance with 4.3.3.2.3,

shall be washed in distilled or deionized water, dried with a soft cloth and
then subjected to a 5 percent salt spray test in accordance with ASTMB 117,
except that the significant surface shall be inclined 6 degrees from the
vertical. Specimens shall be exposed for 336 hours. After exposure, specimens
shall be examined to determine compliance with 3.7.1.2.

4.5.4 Light fastness resistance (Class 2 only). Test specimens, prepared

in accordance with 4.3.3.2.3, shall be tested for light fastness resistance by
exposure to ultraviolet radiation in accordance with either ASTM G 23, ASTM D
8220r ASTM G 26, for a period of 200 hours, except that the specimens will be
exposed continuously to llght without water spray. After exposure, specimens
shall be compared with duplicate specimens not exposed to a light source for
the same period of time to determine the Delta (E) value in accordance with
ASTM D 2244. The Delta (E) value shall be used to determine conformance with
3.7.1.3.

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4.5.5 Abrasion resistance. Test specimens, prepared In accordance with

4.3.3.2.4, shall be tested in accordance wfth Method 6192.1 of FED-STD-141
using CS-17 wheels wfth a 1000 gram load. The wheels shall revolve on the
anodic coating at a speed of 70 revolutions per minute (RPM) for 10,000
cycles. The abrasion wheels shall be refaced at least once every 10,000
cycles. The wear tndex shall be determined after the 10,000 cycle period by
dividing thewetght loss by 10. The wear index shall meet the requirements of
3.7.2.2.

4.5.6 Paint adhesion test. When specified (see 4.4), specimen panels
prepared in accordance with 4.4.3 shall be tested for wet tape adhesion. The
test shall be conducted as described in method 6301 of FED-STD-141 to
determine conformance with paragraph 3.7.1.4.

5. PACKAGING (Not applicable to this specification)

6. NOTES (This section conta!ns Information of a general or explanatory

nature that may be helpful but ts not mandatory)

6.1 Intended use. The coatings covered in this document are intended to
ytpvide corrosion resistance, improved paint adhesion and abrasion resistance
as specified in 6.1.1 through 6.1.3. This document is not intended to
sufficiently cover anodic coatings for use tn structural adhesive bonding.

6.1.1 Types 1, IBand 11. The conventional Types 1, IB and II anodic

coatings are intended to improve surface corrosion protection under severe
service conditions or as a base for paint systems. Anodic coatings can be
colored with a large variety of dyes and pigments. Types 1, Illand 11
coatings provide better corrosion protection at higher cost than the chemical
conversion systems. Repair of mechanically damaged areas by the use of
materials conforming to MIL-C-81706 (see 3.3.4) wI1l not restore abrasion
resistance but will provide an effective means of reestablishing corrosion
resistance. bihere anodic coatings are required on fatigue critical
components, Type I and 18 coatings (see 6.1.2) are used due to the thinness of
the coating (see 6.10.7).

6.1.2 Type ICand IIB. Type IC and IIB coatings provide non-chromate
alternatives to Type I and 18 coatings where corrosion resistance, paint
adhesion, and fatigue resistance is required. Please note that Type ICor 116
may not serve as suitable replacements when the effects of electrolyte
entrapment IISthe prfmary concern (see 3.3.1.2 and 3.3.1.3). Maximum Type IC
and Type IIB coating weights of 700 mg/ft2 and 1000 mg/ft2, respectively, are
specified in Table I for fatigue purposes (see 6.10.7). If higher Type IC
coating weights are permissible for the Intended use, It should be specified
in the contractor purchase order (see 6.2). If higher Type lIB coating
weights are permissible for the tntended use, Type 11 should be specified.

6.1.3 Type 111. Type 111 coatings are Intended to provide wear and
abrasion resistant surfaces with Improved corrosion protection due to greater
thickness and weight than the conventional anodic coatings. Sealing of Type
111 coatings is not recommended unless corroston resistance ts also a factor.
Wear resistance is reduced by seallng. Anodic coatings form an excellent base
for most types of paint systems, adhesives and dry film lubricants. Hard
coatings may reduce fatigue strength. These factors should be considered in
proposed use of parts subjected to cycl~c loads. Generally, these hard
coatings should not be used on parts or portions of parts which normally
during rework would require restoring of dimensional tolerances because of
wear of hard coated surfaces.

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6.1.3.1 Applications. Type 111 coatings are used In such applications as

valves, sliding parts, hinge mechanisms, cams, gears, swivel joints, pistons,
rocket nozzlesj insulation plates, blast shields, etc.

6.2 Acquisition requirements. Acquisition documents should specify the

following:

a. Title, number and date of this specification.

b. Type of anodic coating (see 1.2.11.
c. Class of anodic coatinq (see 1.2.21.
d. S~ecial Drocess oDerat~nq conditions, if amlicable”( see 3:2).
e. Special cleaning and fab~ication requirements (see 3.3.1, 3.3.2,
and 3.3.3).
f. If coating weight for Type IC can exceed the maximum specified in
Table I.
9. Color and uniformity of Class 2 coatings, if applicable (see 3.6.1
and 3.12}.
h. Degree of non-uniformity of dyed casting alloys (see 3.6.1.1).
i. Light fastness resistance, if applicable, and a Delta E value if
different than 3 (see 3.7.1.3).
j. Type 111 coating thickness, inapplicable (see 3.7.2.1).
k. Coating weight for thickness, Type III, if substituted
(see 3.7.2.1.1).
1. Special sealing requirements (see 3.8).
m. When applicable, the allowable difference in anodic coating
appearance resulting from inherent base metal differences
(see 3.13).
n. Provide the specific location of contact marks if important to the
function of the part (see 3.13.1 and 6.14).
o. Acceptance criteria for quality conformance inspections (see
4.4.2 and 6.20).
P. If paint adhesion testing is required for quality conformance
testing (see 4.4) and the required paint system (if different than
that in 4.4.3.1).

6.2.1 Consideration of data requirements. The following data requirements

should be considered when this specification is applied on a contract. The
applicable Data Item Description (DID) should be reviewed in conjunction with
the specific acquisition to ensure that only essential data are
requested/provided and that the DID is tailored to reflect the requirements of
the specific acquisition. To ensure correct contractual application of the
data requirements, a Contract Data Requirements List (DD Form 1423) must be
prepared to obtain the data, except where DOD FAR Supplement 27-4.75-1 exempts
the requirement for a CIDForm 1423.

Suggested
Reference Para. DID Number DID Title Tailoring

4.4 DI-NDTI-80809A TEST/INSPECTION REPORTS 10.2.7.1

The above DID was cleared as of the date of this specification. The current
issue of DOD 501O.12-L, Acquisition Management Systems and Data Requirements
Control List (AMSDL), must be researched to ensure that only current, cleared
DID’s are cited on the DD Form 1423.

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6.2.2 Exce~tlons to dra~lnqs for types 1, 18, IC, 11. and IIB coatings.
I+/hen
the anodlc coating type !s not speclfled on the drawing, Type 1, 113,IC,
11, or IIB may be furnished wttl’tlnthe lfrnltsof this speclflcation, at the
option of the contractor. When the coating class Is not speclfled on the
drawing, either Class 1 or Class 2 may be supplied within the llmftsof this
specification, at the option of the contractor.

6.3 Patntlnq/coating. When anodtc coatings are required to be

palntedlcoated, the parts should be drted and painted as promptly as possible,
durtng which time, exposure to contam~natlon should be kept to amlnlmqm.
Prtor to painting or coat~ng anodized parts, wiping, buffing or mechanical
operations should be kept to a mlnlmum. Thts may damage the less dense
outside layer of the anodlc coating making It susceptible to subsequent
adhesion failures. Sea?lng processes can have a significant effect on
adhesion of prfmers and other polymertc materials to the anodized surface as
well as the cohestve strength of the anodized layer. If these factors are
fmportant to the application, such as subsequent painting operations, specific
details for (or the omlsslon of) the sealing process should be specified in
the contract or purchase order.

6.4 Electrolytic actfon. Severe attack by the electrolyteon castings or

welds may be occasioned either by unsound castings, Improper welding practice,
a difference In composition between the weld and the base metal or,
particularly tn the case of the sulfurlc acid process, the retentionof the
solution in cracks, crevices, or Irregular surfaces. Severe attack by the
electrolyte may also be caused by contaminants in the electrolyte,
particularly chlorides or by Improper racking of the parts.

6.5 Anodlzinq rate. Alumlr?um and alwnlnum alloys may be conveniently

grouped by anodizing rate, especially In the case of the chromic acid process
(Type 1) for conventional coatings. However, either the chromic (Type I) or
the sulfuric acid process (Type 11) will anod!ze mtxed loads satisfactorily,
depending upon local processing preference. Suppllers are cautioned that.
especially In the sulfuric acid process. the anodizing time wIII have to be
sufficiently long to assure that the slower anod~zlng alloys have at least a
mlnlmum coating thickness. In some cases, thts may result In improper
coatings on the fast anodlzlng alloys.

6.6 Color match. FE&ST1l-595 may be used as a guide for specifying color
of anodic coatings. The color standards In FED-STD-595 are ~ntended for paint
finishes and should be used for approximate comparison only with the anodic
coatings (see 6.2).

6.7 Lappln~. The Type 111 anodlc coat~ngs generally have Increased
surface roughness as well as having the property of betng less dense on the
top surface than tn the core of the coating toward the base metal. Such
coattngs may be processed overstzed and then lapped or honed down to the final
desired dimension.

6.8 Coating baths. for ~nformation, It should be noted that processes

provldtng other coating electrolytes for the conventional coatings may be
aqueous solut$ons containing oxallc acid, boric acid plus annnonium borate and
nitrides. There are proprietary processes requiring coating electrolytes,
other than sulfuric acid, for the Type 111 coatings; for example, the various

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Alumilltes, the Martin Hard Coat, the Sanford, the Hardas and others. One of
the Alumillte processes requires an aqueous solution containing both sulfuric
and oxalic acids for the bath. Other baths used less frequently and for
special purposes employ sulfosallcylic, sulfamic or sulfophthalic acid
solutions.

6.9 Chemical brightening and Polishlnq. Chemical brightening can be

beneficial by improving the appearanceand corrosion resistance, in smoothing
the metallic surface by removing certain contaminants and in enhancing the
continuity of the anodic coatings on aluminum alloys (see 3.3.3.). The
percentage of reflectivity obtained from apart which has been electrolytically
brightened and subsequently anodized will depend on the alloy and the coating
thickness. Certain alloys are more capable of obtaining a highly brightened
surface and thicker anodic coatings will reduce reflectivity.

6.10 Design information.

6.?0.1 Surface dimension of parts. On specifying the thickness of

coatings, especially for the Type III coatings, allowance must be made for
dimensional increase. Both a machining dimension and a coated dimension should
be placed on applicable drawings. An increase in dimension, equal to one half
of the thickness of the applied coating, can be expected for each surface
coated due to surface growth. For example, for a 0.004 inch (4 roils) coating
on close tolerance parts, a pre-machining allowance of 0.002 inch (2 rnils) per
surface must be made prior to hard coating. If close fits are specified in
design drawings, buildup In thickness caused by anodic coatings, especially
Type 111, may result in interferenceon assembly.

6.10.1.1 Holes. In the case of small holes and tapped holes, coating
thickness can vary from no film to a full normal coating. Holes, both tapped
and not tapped, over 1/4 inch should be anodized. Parts with Type II
coatings, external or internal, with a total tolerance of 0.0004 inch or less,
if lapped, honed or stoned to size after anodizing, should be subsequently
treated with QPL-81706 materials to provide surface protection. Discoloration
on the surface that has been sized is acceptable (see 6.6). The designer is
cautioned to require adequate thread and hole sealing operations in subsequent
assemblies as may be required to produce the necessary corrosion resistance.

6.10.2 Thread dimensions. All anodic coatings will affect thread

dimensions for external and internal threads; the major and minor diameter
will be increased 2 times the amount of growth (see 6.10.1). The pitch
diameter for threads having an included angle of 60° will increase 4 times the
amount of growth. For threads having an included angle, other than 60°, the
pitch diameter will increase 2 times the amount of growth (see 6.10.1) divided
by the sine of 1/2 the included angle.

6.10.3 Fabrication. Successful use ofanodic coatings, especially the

hard Type 111, depends on proper product design. Because of the manner of
formation, anodic coatings will develop voids at sharp corners and edges.
Sharp edges and corners are difficult to anodize satisfactorily and in general
should be avoided. All edges and inside corners should be radiused prior to
anodizing. Chamfering should not be used unless resulting sharp edges are
radiused. In general, to avoid any uncoated edges or inside corners, the
piercing and blanking operations should comply with the radii of curvature for
nominal coating thicknesses as in Table III.

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TA9LE 111. Radtl of curvature for nominal coattnq thfckness.

Mominal coatinq thickness, inch ~ Radius of curvature (edge and Inside corner)
0.001 approximately 1/32 inch
0.002 approximately 1/16 Inch
0.003 approximately 3/32 Inch
0.004 approximately 1/8 Inch
6.10.4 Coatlnq thickness. Thtckness of the heavy Type 111 coattng can be
controlled to extremely close tolerances. Anodized coattng can, be obtained
with tolerances of as llttle as ~0.0001 inch (0.1 roll). 14ith all anodizing
processes used primarily for engineering rather than for decorative purposes,
a number of highly specialized techniques are used for operation control. One
method that may be employed Is to carefully measure the coated part whtle
still wet and replace It in the bath for a fixed pertod of treatment.
Calculations based upon a calculated rate of coating per unitof processing
time may be used as the bas4s for determining the exact duration of processing
required for the specific alloy betng coated.

6.10.5 Coatinq dimensions. Table IV gives typical thickness ranges of

anodic coatings that can be applted on aluminum and aluminum alloys. All
anodic coatings are harder than the substrate material. If Interference is
required for assembly, and Is accomplished by force fitting, Type 1, IB, IC,
IIB, and some Type 11 coatings are too thin and too brittle to withstand
abrasive damage during such assembly. 14ithType 111 coatings assembly may be
accomplished by grinding, lapping or otherwise removfng the surplus coating.
All artodic coatings are brittle and may crack and span due to force fittings.

TABLE IV. Thickness ranges of anodlc coatinqs on aluminum and aluminum allovs.

Coating Type Th~ckness ranqe, inch

I
1
I, 18, IC, and IIB
11
111 1
0.00002 too.0007
0.00007 too.oolo
0.0005 to 0.0045 I

6.10.6 Coat$ng thickness. Table V g~ves typical mlnlmum thicknesses ~n

Inches of anodic coatings formed on some wrought and cast alloys that could
comply wtth the minimum coatfng weight requirements in accordance wtth Table I
for Types I, IAand II, Class 1.

TA8LE V. Mlnlmum thickness (typical) tn Inch of anodlc coatlnqs.

Alloy designation Thickness of ~ oatlng, inch

Type 1, 18, and IC Type II
11(IO 0.000029 0.000093
2024-T4 0.000125
2024-T6 0. oiioo44
3003 0.000035 0.000103
5052 0.000033 0.000098
5056 0.000021
6061 -T6 0.000034 0.00;099
7075-T6 0.000040
Alclad 2014-T6 0.000045
Alclad 7075-T6 0.000041
295-T6 0.000107
356-T6 0.000102
514 0.000086

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6.10.7 Effect on fatique. The fatigue properties of aluminum alloys can be

severely reduced by anodic coatings. The amountof reduction varies with the
process. As a general rule, the thicker the coating the greater the reduction
In fatigue will be.

6.11 Duplex sealing. The corrosion resistance of dyed parts, especially

those anodized in a sulfurlc acid bath, Type II and IIB, may be enhanced by
treatment In a sodium bichromate solution either during or after conventional
sealing with nickel acetate. This treatment can cause slight changes in the
color of the dye. Paint systems adhere very satisfactorily to.duplex -sealed
dyed coatings. However, where any objection with such duplex sealing
application is warranted because of a firmly desired coloration, the dual
process for sealing should not be used.

6.12 Dyeing or coloring Type I, IB, IC, and IIB coatings. Type 1, IB, and
IC coatings have a different pore structure and along with Type IIB coatings
are thinner than Type II coatings which makes them more difficult to dye. As
a result, Type I, IB, IC, and IIB black anodized may not readily obtainable.

6.13 Alloys havinq 2 percent or more copper content. Aluminum alloys

having a nominal copper content of 2 percent or higher include all 2XXX series
alloys, 7050 and 7178 (see 3.7.2.2).

6.14 Size of contact marks. In order to obtain the desired current

density without burning the parts, the size or number of contact marks will be
greater on parts having higher surface areas. Because current density is a
measure of the required current per square foot of aluminum being anodized, a
part having twice as much surface area relative to another will require twice
as much current. Trying to force the higher currents required for larger
parts through smaller contact areas sufficient for parts with lower surface
areas may result in burning.

6.15 Sealing. The hot deionized water seal is advantages from an

environmental viewpoint. In addition, The useof a hot deionized water seal
on Type I and IB coatings yields good corrosion resistance and may eliminate
the appearance of patchy dark gray areas after salt spray exposure (see 6.18
and 3.7.1.2).

6.16 Effects on coating thickness. A hardcoat of 2 roilsor more is

extremely difficult to obtain on high silicone die castings such as 360, 380,
and 383.- It is recommended that this be considered when specifying a coating
thickness for high silicone castings.

6.17 Effects of Type III coating thickness on abrasion resistance. The

abrasion resistance of Tme III coatinqs will decrease as the coating thickness
approaches 3 roils. In g~neral, the ab~asion resistance does not inc;ease with
increasing coating thickness.

6.18 Corrosion resistance of Type I and IB coatinqs. Although pitting may

not be visually evident with the unaided eve. the amearance of dark way
areas on the s~rface after salt spray expo~ure is an-indication of co~ti~g
degradation.

6.19 Definition of a pit. A pit s defined as an area of localized

corrosion having a depth greater than its width. As a general rule, a pit
usually displays a characteristic tai’ or line (see 3.7.1.2).

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6.20 Acceptance cr~teria. Prev\ous revlslons of thts document spectfied

an Acceptable Quallty Level (AQL) of 1.5 percent defective.

6.21 Supersedure data. Type I, conventional chromic acid anodizing,

referenced throughout this spec~fication is the same as the Type 1A tieslgnated
in the D revlslon and the Type I in all versions preceding the D revision.

6.22 Changes from previous issue. Asterisks are not used tn this revision
to Identify changes with respect to the previous Issue due to the extensiveness
of the changes.

6.23 Subject term (keyword) llstinq.

Alumlnum
Aluminum alloys
Anodlc coatings
Anodlzlng
Chromates
Chromic Acid
Potassium Bichromate
Sodium Bichromate

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